A 15-year-old girl has died after collapsing during a football match, a club has announed.
Oxford United Academy player, Amelia Aplin had been playing in a match against Fulham on Saturday afternoon (7 March) at the club’s training centre, when a “serious medical incident” took place.
Oxford United released a statement today (Sunday 8 March) saying: “It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of 15-year-old Academy player, Amelia Aplin.”
It added, the club’s “thoughts and condolences are with Amelia’s family, friend, teammates and coaches”.
Sunday’s game between Oxford United Women and Real Bedford has been postponed.
The statement continued: “Amelia collapsed during a Girls’ Academy game against Fulham at the Club’s Training Centre in Horspath yesterday afternoon.
“The thoughts and sincere condolences from everyone at Oxford United are with Amelia’s family, friends, teammates and coaches.
“We would like to place on record our appreciation for the efforts of the medical staff at both Oxford United and Fulham Football Club, along with the emergency services.
“The Club will offer support to Amelia’s family, players, coaches and staff impacted by this tragic event.
“We would ask that the family’s privacy is respected at this incredibly difficult time.”
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